Applications are now open!
➡ Download the Official Application Form – please read the guidelines below before filling it out.

Showcase your company’s commitment to sustainability and gain global recognition at the 43rd World Nut & Dried Fruit Congress in Macao. The INC Sustainability Award honors outstanding initiatives in the nut and dried fruit industry across two categories:

Back to the Planet: Honoring initiatives focused on environmental sustainability, including climate action, biodiversity conservation, and responsible resource management.

Back to the People: Recognizing efforts that prioritize social sustainability, such as community support, livelihood enhancement, and workplace well-being.

Why Enter?

1. Prestigious announcement: The winners will be announced at the 43rd World Nut and Dried Fruit Congress, in Macao, May 14, 2026.
2. Global Acclaim: Gain recognition among 1,200+ industry professionals from over 60 countries and enhance your company’s reputation as a sustainability leader.
3. Featured Recognition: The winners will be featured in Congress publications including the official Congress video and Nutfruit Magazine.

Sustainability Focus

The INC has pinpointed five Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) where the nut and dried fruit industry can make a meaningful impact. Before applying please ensure that the project addresses at least one of these SDGs.

• Goal 2: Zero Hunger
• Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
• Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
• Goal 13: Climate Action
• Goal 15: Life on Land

Projects must address at least one of these SDGs to be eligible.

Who Can Participate?

• Open to INC members attending the Congress.
• Projects must address at least one of the five INC Focus SDGs: Zero Hunger, Clean Water & Sanitation, Responsible Consumption, Climate Action, Life on Land.
• Projects must have started within the last two years and run for at least one year to ensure that it has measurable outcomes and impacts to report.

Submission Requirements

• All projects must be submitted using the official Application Form, sent as a single PDF attachment to Ramon Botet.
• Deadline: March 27, 2026, at 12:00 (noon) CET.
• Each applicant may submit one project per category. To apply in both categories, applicants must submit two different projects. Submitting a project in both categories is optional.
• The INC will not accept projects that have been submitted in any previous edition of the award.
• All submitted information may be shared through INC communication channels, including the website, newsletter, and magazine.

Evaluation Criteria

Projects will be evaluated based on:

• Interest and relevance to the nut and dried fruit industry
• Impact on sustainability goals
• Innovation and originality of approach

A panel of experts will review all submissions, and winners will be announced at the Congress in Macao, on May 14, 2026.

Don’t Miss This Opportunity!

Let’s celebrate sustainability together— take part in the INC Sustainability Awards 2026 and let your efforts shine on a global stage!

For questions or additional information, please contact Ramon Botet.